Verdict
At RM625,888, the EQS SUV costs RM16,888 more than the RM609,000 Cayenne, but it answers a very different Malaysian brief. Its 118-kWh battery, 673-km EV range and RM455 annual road tax make it the long-distance electric seven-seater, with three rows and rear climate control. The Cayenne is quicker to 100 km/h by 0.4 seconds, reaches 248 km/h and carries a far more useful listed 772 litres of luggage, but its RM1,632 road tax is much steeper. Choose seating and electric range, or choose pace and cargo space.
EQS SUV
Pick the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV if you need seven seats, a 673-km electric range and RM455 annual road tax.
Cayenne
Pick the Porsche Cayenne if you want the quicker 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time and 772-litre boot.
Key differences
- Price: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV RM625,888; Porsche Cayenne RM609,000.
- Road tax per year: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV RM455; Porsche Cayenne RM1,632.
- 0-100 km/h: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 6.1 seconds; Porsche Cayenne 5.7 seconds.
- Top speed: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 210 km/h; Porsche Cayenne 248 km/h.
- Seats and boot space: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV seven seats and 195 litres; Porsche Cayenne five seats and 772 litres.
- Length and wheelbase: Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV 5,125 mm and 3,210 mm; Porsche Cayenne 4,930 mm and 2,895 mm.
EQS SUV
- 673-km EV range from a 118-kWh battery
- Seven seats with sliding second row and folding third row
- Rear dual-zone climate control, panoramic sunroof and head-up display
- RM16,888 dearer than the Cayenne
- Listed boot space is 577 litres smaller
- 0.4 seconds slower from 0-100 km/h
Cayenne
- Quicker 5.7-second 0-100 km/h time
- 772-litre listed boot space
- CKD Malaysian assembly
- Only five seats versus the EQS SUV's seven
- RM1,177 higher annual road tax
- No rear air-conditioning listed, versus rear dual-zone climate control in the EQS SUV
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM625,888 | RM609,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Luxury | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM455✓ | RM1,632 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,995 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 348 hp |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 84 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 355 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 800 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 118 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 673 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 200 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 8-Speed Tiptronic S |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | — | 10.8 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 248 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,125 mm | 4,930 mm |
| Width | 1,959 mm | 2,194 mm |
| Height | 1,718 mm | 1,698 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,210 mm | 2,895 mm |
| Weight | 2,810 kg | 2,130 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 75 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 195 litres | 772 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/40R22 | 295/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 275/40R22 | 295/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | — |
| Factory Tyres | Cooper Zeon Crossrange | Hankook Ventus S1 evoZ |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United States (CBU) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | Four-link Axle | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 22" Alloys | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Rear Wheels | 22" Alloys | 21" RS Spyder Design |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | AIRMATIC with Adaptive Damping System (ADS PLUS) | Porsche Adaptive Air Suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee | Driver and Passenger, Driver and Front Passenger Knee, Front Side, Front Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | — | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on 2 Outer Middle Row Seats | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, PRE-SAFE Brake | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Digital Light Matrix LEDs | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats, Heated and Ventilated with Memory Settings | 14-way Power Adjustable with Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding and Sliding 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-folding 3rd Row | 40:20:40 Split-folding with Remote Release |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic, Front Tilt and Slide | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-C, 2 Rear USB-C | 1 Front |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights (64 Colours) | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 6 | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Yes | Powered sunshades for rear side windows |
| Audio | 17.7" OLED Touchscreen Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Augmented Reality Navigation; 12.3" OLED Touchscreen for Front Passenger; 11.6" Rear Entertainment Displays; 7" Rear Android Tablet; 15-speaker, 710-watt Burmester 3D Surround Sound System | 12.3" Porsche Communication Manager with Porsche Connect Plus, Apple CarPlay, 14-speaker 710-watt Bose Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button Start | Push Start Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | — | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Contactless Boot Opening | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor | Yes, 360-degree Surround View System |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | — | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years/250,000 km Warranty for Traction Battery | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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EQS SUV vs Cayenne FAQ
Is the Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV or Porsche Cayenne better?
The EQS SUV is better for a family needing seven seats, 673 km of EV range and lower RM455 road tax. The Cayenne is better if five seats suffice and you prioritise its 5.7-second sprint and 772-litre boot.
What is the price difference?
The Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV is RM16,888 more expensive, at RM625,888 against RM609,000 for the Porsche Cayenne.
Which has the lower annual road tax?
The EQS SUV has the lower annual road tax at RM455. The Cayenne costs RM1,632 per year, a difference of RM1,177.